Section 460.20409. Inspection and testing of welds.  


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  •  In addition to  the  requirements  set  forth  in  49  C.F.R.§192.241, which is adopted by reference in  R  460.20606,   an  operator  of pipeline facilities  used in the transportation of sour gas  shall engage   in nondestructive testing of 100% of all girth butt welds.Nondestructive testing of welds shall be performed by  any process that clearly indicates all defects in the welds.

History: 2003 AACS.